Over the centuries, the breed has been further refined and became a popular lap dog among the European nobility. Maltipoos, ...

The Maltese would make a better lap dog and companion, whereas the Bichon might be a better family dog choice. Bichons are also considered more hypoallergenic than Maltese, ...

Many dog fanciers like to trace their favorite breed to antiquity, but the researchers who study the modern and ancient DNA of dogs have a different perspective. Musette, a Maltese immortalized in ...

Everyone loves to pamper these little white dogs—one look at their expressive eyes and button noses and it's easy to see why. Learn more about one of the world's oldest lap dogs. Unlike some ...

Maltese. According to Dr. Dockweiler, Maltese are "confident and friendly toy dogs, well suited to being lap dogs," as long as they get a daily, short burst of exercise.

Possibly the most lap dog of all the lap dogs is the Shih Tzu. They love laps! They also love to play and are great for families with kids. Be sure to either trim the fur around their eyes or tie ...

This week, pet behavior questions are being answered by veterinary behaviorists attending the 2015 Veterinary Behavior Symposium, held July 10 in conjunction with the Convention of the American ...

My mother has had a dog for two years. He is a miniature Maltese and 4 1/2 years old. He was neglected before she got him. He is a lap dog. My mother is retired. When she is home, Willie (the dog ...

If that dog was a lap dog, well, you're doubly lucky, because you not only got dog companionship, you were treated to your own personal live version of a cuddly plush toy.